C
Average
Score: 53/100
Northwest Indian College
4-Year
Public
Tribal College
📍 Bellingham, Washington 98226
Rating Context:
⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Quick Stats
696
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,875
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Northwest Indian College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $654,436
- Avg rent near campus: $2,038/mo — vs ~$300/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98295 (2.7% cap, Sumas)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,564 | $3,564 |
| Room | $2,700 | |
| Board | $2,850 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $13,963 | $13,963 |
Financial Aid
100%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$9,875
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $8,082 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $3,289 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $10,544 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
75 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
31 grads/yr
Human Services, General
30 grads/yr
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
9 grads/yr
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
9 grads/yr
Environmental Science
7 grads/yr
American Indian/Native American Studies
6 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
6 grads/yr
Behavioral Aspects of Health
4 grads/yr
Child Care Provider/Assistant
4 grads/yr
Public Administration
2 grads/yr
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
1 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Northwest Indian College's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
696
Total Students
74%
Women
26%
Traditional Age (18-24)
23%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
2%
Hispanic
10%
Asian
1%
Two or More
9%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
28%
Off-Campus (Renters)
23%
With Family
49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~161 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
17%
Hybrid (Some Online)
42%
Fully Online
42%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
26%
25-64 (Adult)
68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwest Indian College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Northwest Indian College?
Tuition at Northwest Indian College is
$3,564 for in-state students
and $3,564 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,875.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Indian College?
The graduation rate at Northwest Indian College is 27%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northwest Indian College a good school?
Northwest Indian College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwest Indian College?
Northwest Indian College has a total enrollment of 696 students.
Is there rental demand near Northwest Indian College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at Northwest Indian College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 161 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bellingham area.
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